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Lymphomas are considered to be a treatable form of cancer if detected early. Lymphomas are considered to be a treatable form of cancer if detected early. The overall 5-year survival rate for non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is 62%, whereas the 5-year survival rate for Hodgkin lymphoma is 92% if detected early. What is lymphoma? Lymphoma is...

Facts you should know about strokes A stroke occurs when part of the brain loses its blood supply and stops working. A stroke occurs when part of the brain loses its blood supply and stops working. This causes the part of the body that the injured brain controls to stop working. A stroke also is...

Paget’s disease can occur in both breasts, but this is quite rare. The disease generally affects only one breast Paget’s disease can occur in both breasts, but this is quite rare. The disease generally affects only one breast. Paget's disease is a rare form of breast cancer and makes up only 1%-4% of all types...

How hepatitis C is transmitted As per the public health department, hepatitis C is not considered transmissible through food. Studies show that patients with hepatitis C may not be required to be barred from any job including working in the kitchen. However, you should take extra precautions and be extra hygienic. As per the public...

Individuals affected with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis are advised to observe their symptoms as it progresses. Defined as a chronic condition, multiple sclerosis (MS) is an ailment where the immune system attacks the protective layer around the nerve fibers, the myelin sheath. Sclerosis causes inflammation, and the development of lesions causes neuronal scarring. MS does not...

Since avocado is classified as a fruit and not a tree nut, you should be able to eat avocados even if you have a nut allergy Since avocado is classified as a fruit and not a tree nut, you should be able to eat avocados even if you have a nut allergy.  However, some studies...

Facts you should know about a capsule endoscopy Modern endoscopic techniques have revolutionized the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract (esophagus, stomach, and duodenum) and the colon. The last remaining frontier has been the small intestine. The small intestine has been a difficult organ in which to make diagnoses and treat...

Most parents are worried about keeping their toddler or preschooler occupied in a way that will have a positive effect on their development. To choose a developmentally appropriate toy for your child choose open-ended toys, steer clear of electronics, stay away from educational toys and pick toys that will grow with your child and encourage...

Shortness of breath may be a symptom of COVID-19, but on its own it is unlikely to be a sign of infection Shortness of breath may be a symptom of COVID-19, but on its own it is unlikely to be a sign of infection.  COVID-19 can cause shortness of breath as a result of lung...

Is HIV curable if caught early? HIV cannot be treated or managed without proper medical therapy. There is no cure for HIV yet. Antiretroviral treatment can, however, control the infection limiting the virus multiplication in the body. With proper treatment, people with HIV can lead long and healthy lives. Treatment lowers the viral load (concentration...